Hornets' Nicolas Batum: Ties season high with 31 in Saturday's loss
Batum scored 31 points (11-23 FG, 4-8 3Pt, 5-7 FT) while adding eight rebounds and three assists in 41 minutes during Saturday's 121-114 loss to the Celtics.
Analysis:
After going 10 games without topping 20 points, Batum has now poured in 55 points over his last two. The Hornets have little to play for but draft lottery position, but it looks like the 28-year-old intends to end his campaign on a high note.